Cutting Carbon Fiber Handlebars

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This is in addition to Eason's Instructions

Wrap with tape to keep the fibres from splitting.

Mark the cut

A thin fibre saw is probably the best way to actually cut the woven carbon bar, but lacking one of those, use a power band saw with a very fine blade. A hacksaw will work, but be very very careful. The goal is to not split the lamnination.

Nasty.

Clean up the end on a belt sander.

Clean.

Done.

See Also

Grip Preparation Handlebar Preparation